Health & Wellness
Resources and health tips to help Service Members, Veterans and their families live healthier lives.
Be Active Your Way - A Fact Sheet for Adults
Force Health Protection & Readiness
Shares information to safeguard the health and well-being of Service Members and their families, and to sustain world-class medical and rehabilitative care to the sick and injured anywhere in the world. What's New e-mail updates are available to learn more about the latest wellness programs, technology and research.
HIV/AIDS Resources for Veterans
Health & Wellbeing for Ground Zero Workers & Volunteers
Health Affairs Organization - Tobacco Free in the DoD
Health Education Network for American Indian/Alaska Natives
Improved Treatment for Stuttering
Mental Health Professionals for Veterans
Provides education and links to counselors treating returning servicemembers. Its Webinar on Treating Returning Servicemembers addresses steps necessary to provide trained counselors for veterans and their families.
Military.com Fitness Center - Diet & Nutrition Tips
MyPyramid Tracker - Assess Your Physical Activity
National Center on Physical Activity & Disability (NCPAD)
Provides information and resources related to physical activity and disability and promotes the health benefits that can be gained from participating in regular physical activity. Use their 14-Week Plan to a Healthier You to receive weekly tips from a Virtual Trainer that will help keep you motivated to stay on track for your health and fitness goals for 2009.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
Describes the types and amounts of physical activity for Americans ages 16-64 that offer substantial health benefits. Also includes Toolkits to help you achieve your wellness goals.
Provides an online guide for individuals seriously considering quitting smoking. The Quit Smoking Today publication provides additional information and resources.
Staying the Course - Following Medical Recommendations for Health
The President's Challenge - You're It, Get Fit!
Encourages all Americans to make being active part of their everyday lives. Includes information for kids, teens, adults and seniors. Download a copy of the new 2008-09 President's Challenge Program Manual.
The President's Council on Physical Fitness & Sports
VA MOVE! Weight Management Program
VA National Center for Health Promotion & Disease Prevention (NCP) - Spotlight on Health
Weight-Control Information Network - Get Active